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Melville Castle
4 stars

Melville Castle

Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 654 0088
From
£76
Cheapest

rate per night

8.7
Very good
based on 1341 reviews
1,341 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
£76
Standard Room
£109
Double room
£112
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Less than a 20-minute walk from Eskbank Railway Station, Melville Castle offers guests a convenient base while in Lasswade. This comfortable 4-star hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Edinburgh.

An express check-in and check-out feature, babysitting/child services and a 24-hour reception are just some of the available services at Melville Castle. Airport transfers and a wake-up service are available on request.

The hotel has 33 luxury rooms that are filled with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay.

Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh Castle are around a half an hour drive from Melville Castle. For guests wishing to discover the great outdoors, the hotel is close to popular fishing and scenic spots.

Rating
8.7
Very good
Based on 1,341 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Melville Castle

Wed 7/5
Thu 8/5
Classic room
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£76
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£76
1 double bed
£88
Double room
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£112
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£114
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£128
Superior room
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£113
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£114
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£116
Standard Room
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£109
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£166
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£280
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Amenities at Melville Castle

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Pool table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Reviews of Melville Castle

8.7
Very good
1341 verified ratings
Wonderful
789
Very good
243
Good
115
Okay
64
Fair
52
Mediocre
36
Poor
42

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service at the hotel, with many enjoying the unique experience of staying in a castle. However, there were notable concerns regarding cleanliness and maintenance, with some rooms described as outdated and in need of attention. Overall, the hotel offers a charming atmosphere but could benefit from improvements in room upkeep.
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Location9.5 out of 10
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Location

Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP

What's nearby

  • Butterfly and Insect World0.4 mi
  • Waterfall Park1.7 mi
  • Dalkeith Country Park1.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Melville Castle

Low season

February

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£168

Average price (weekend night)

£292
Cheapest month to stay with an average 48% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 145% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Melville Castle

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Melville Castle, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Melville Castle, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Melville Castle was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £206, while the most expensive was £265.
  • How long should you stay at Melville Castle? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Melville Castle

  • Where is Melville Castle located?

    Melville Castle is located at Gilmerton Road in South, 1.4 miles from the centre of Dalkeith. Butterfly and Insect World is the closest landmark to Melville Castle.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Melville Castle?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Melville Castle.

  • Does Melville Castle offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Melville Castle offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Melville Castle offer free parking?

    Yes, Melville Castle offers free parking.

  • How far is Melville Castle from the airport?

    Melville Castle is 11.5 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Melville Castle is 39.1 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Melville Castle hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Melville Castle in Dalkeith and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Melville Castle and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Melville Castle.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.4

Distance to city centre

1.4 mi

Nearest airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

11.2 mi

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